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University of Houston

Houston, Texas 🇺🇸 United States

  • THE 2026 401–500

Overview

University of Houston is a university in Houston, Texas, in the United States. It appears in the Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2026 in the 401-500 band.

According to the data published with the THE 2026 rankings, it has around 46,269 students, about 16% of them international and a student-to-staff ratio of 24.0.

Course lists, entry requirements and fees change from year to year, so confirm the details on the official university website.

University Rankings

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Student Visa

General guidance for studying in the United States:

Your offer letter is usually only the first step: most students from abroad also need the right permission to enter and stay in the United States for their studies.

Requirements can differ by nationality, programme and length of stay. Depending on the rules, you may be asked for:

  • an offer or confirmation of enrolment from a recognised institution
  • a valid passport and passport photos
  • evidence that you can cover tuition and living costs
  • health insurance and, in some cases, medical checks
  • proof of language ability or previous qualifications

Visa rules and fees change, so always check the current requirements with official government sources before you apply. Official information: U.S. Department of State: student visas (official government website).

Visa rules change. Always check the current requirements on the official government immigration website.

Documents Required for Admission

  • Academic transcripts
  • Degree or school-leaving certificate
  • Passport
  • English-language test result
  • Personal statement or statement of purpose
  • Letters of recommendation
  • CV / résumé (often for postgraduate and MBA)
  • Portfolio (for creative courses)
  • Financial documents (where required)

Document requirements can vary by course and study level. Always check the official university requirements for your programme.

International Students

International students make up about 16% of the student body, according to the data published with the THE World University Rankings 2026.

Before applying, check the university’s international pages for entry and English language requirements, visa guidance, accommodation and arrival support.

University Information & Contact

Address
4800 Calhoun Road, Houston, Texas 77004-2693
Official website
uh.edu (opens in a new tab)

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